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Useful Sites
 The
Toronto Vintners Club
has a useful
section for neophyte tasters. Learn all about the four basic steps -
colour; swirl; bouquet (or smell); taste and aftertaste.
 Taste
Tour is a Napa Valley-based publisher of guides and posters on the major
wines of the
world. Their blurb says....."Are you looking for a quick wine reference when
entertaining or the perfect gift for friends or family members who are
interested in wine? Would you like to know more about the following grapes but
don't want to read several long, boring books: Chardonnay; Cabernet Sauvignon;
Pinot Noir; Merlot; Sauvignon Blanc; Zinfandel."
Tasting Wine has sections on wine
and taste, tasting techniques, serving techniques, and the science of wine.
Here's an extract on the tongue........ "The tongue is important to your sense of taste, but it can only recognize
four different sensations. Because each part of the tongue is responsible
for a designated taste sensation, wine must be swished around in the mouth for
it to reach all areas."
As an online alternative, check out Wine
Cave Inc's glossary of tasting terms.
Wine Serving Temperatures
Dry white wines are best consumed between 14°C
and 16°C
- 58°F
to 62°F.
An hour in the fridge or 20 minutes in icy water will bring it to the right
temperature.
Sweet white wines such as icewine can be served colder.
Red wines should be served at slightly cooler than room temperature, say 18°C
or 65°F.
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